Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager

How will you make an impact?
We are seeking a highly skilled, technically proficient and detail-oriented Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager within the Intelligent Infrastructure Segment to lead the architecture, integration, and delivery of advanced air and liquid‑cooled server rack solutions for large-scale deployments.
This role is critical in translating hyperscale data center requirements into robust, scalable, and manufacturable systems for next-gen AI/ML (GPU/CPU), cloud infrastructure, and network deployments. This person will oversee end‑to‑end rack development – from scoping and initial architecture review of customer requirements, through validation and deployment.
This person will also drive cross‑functional collaboration, technical innovation, and continuous improvement across multiple datacenter programs.
What will you do?
Lead complex, multi‑disciplinary hardware programs – coordinating mechanical, thermal, electrical, networking, supply chain, and manufacturing teams – while aligning requirements, driving schedules, and ensuring successful delivery of integrated rack, network, and cooling solutions
Provides regular updates to senior leadership, external partners, and internal teams on the status of infrastructure programs, including risks, blockers, and dependencies
Displays in depth knowledge of datacenter environment – rack integration/delivery, custom rack/manifold/liquid cooling product development, and related systems
Coordinate multiple projects and reconcile interdependencies among them
Drive decisions with appropriate stakeholders, eliminating roadblocks to resolve customer issues
Adept at managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating schedules
Collaborate with factory-based PMs to provide support from RFP through NPI completion of FWT
Manage RFP timelines, milestones, meetings, document repository, RFIs / ECNs and team up in packaging all RFP deliverables
Participate in customer engagements and site visits to understand deployment constraints (white-glove services) and gather feedback for design improvements.
Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors, including rack, PDUs, switches, cables, and packaging solutions.
Collaborate with compliance, shock/vibe, and certification teams to ensure mechanical designs meet global regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CE, ISTA, ASTM).
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
How will you get here?
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field is required
Experience:
Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in mechanical systems integration. This could include high-density server / rack design and integration, including end-to-end delivery for large-scale deployments worldwide
6+ years of project management experience, involving scope determination, scheduling, budgeting, quality, risk and critical path management, cross-functional collaboration, and leading presentations with customers and stakeholders.
3+ years focused on data center related projects, with preference on rack hardware for hyperscale customers
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills – a must
Strong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategies, and program management
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Proven track record of taking ownership and delivering results in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and dynamic environment
Proficiency in Agile, Scrum, and/or Waterfall methodologies
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
Able to work independently with minimal oversight
Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
Familiar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)
Able to coach and mentor less experienced engineers
Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree
PMP Certification
Hands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing; experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers (CM) a plus.
What Can Jabil Offer You?
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
401K Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Annual Merit Increases
Community Volunteer Opportunities
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